In this episode of Brazil Unfiltered, James Naylor Green speaks with journalist Fernanda Mena. Fernanda has worked at the Folha de São Paulo for over a decade, both as an editor and as a reporter. Before arriving at the Folha, she worked at Piauí, Fantástico, TV Globo, and UOL. Fernanda is a leading voice in the debate about drug prohibition and the politics of policing. In 2020, she completed her doctorate in International Relations at the University of Sao Paulo. Her dissertation analyzes different approaches to the legalization of cannabis in the U.S and in Uruguay. Additionally, Fernanda has written extensively on numerous topics related to human rights with a focus on the themes of security, inequality, and diversity. She is also the host of a wonderful 10-part podcast series called “Cara Pessoa” that was produced by the Folha de São Paulo newspaper in partnership with Conectas and explores many important human rights issues.